Builer didn't use green board in bathroom

I wonder why on earth they wouldn't use dura-rock (or hardibacker) or at least greenboard; it is not that much more expensive than drywall. Sounds...

over 9 years by k2

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Grout Discoloration

I'd first hit up your contractor on this problem. Usually they should come through with some satisfaction....it's part of the price of using them....

over 9 years by k2

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Vent in crawl space make waterproofing in Basement difficult

Hey there Devildog! (And Hope, of course!)AHA! Found it! (It's been driving me crazy, looking for it!) http://www.bobvila.com/ultimate/Forum13/H...

over 9 years by k2

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Help me decided what to do with bathroom!!!!

At least black and white is fairly neutral; you can use colors around the room and have fun with it (or at least ignore it). We had a bathroom tha...

over 9 years by k2

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Light dimmer switch control a speaker?

Interesting question! I'm not an electrician, and I've never attempted doing what you suggest...but offhand I'd be hesitant to try it. I hope a m...

over 9 years by k2

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Help me decided what to do with bathroom!!!!

I'd say most of the decision depends on the look YOU want (either way you can spend a little or a lot, and either way can end up looking very nice)...

over 9 years by k2

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Paranoid about my house and bouncy floors

Great report Melanie!Sounds like you can put the valium away. Glad to hear things are much improved. And as far as the neuroses switching to othe...

over 9 years by k2

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Paranoid about my house and bouncy floors

Glenn is certainly correct. I hope I've come across as one of those saying "seek professional help!" I am a long-time homeowner and I believe tha...

over 9 years by k2

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Vent in crawl space make waterproofing in Basement difficult

Hello Hope,There was a very interesting post a couple months back on this topic. I tried a couple basic searches and couldn't find it right off. ...

over 9 years by k2

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newbath tied into old plumbing

Hi, glad you like the idea. I certainly do that sometimes--hire a plumber for just a short time. The trick can be to find one who'll work hourly....

over 9 years by k2

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rough inspection

Way to go electricgirl, you are an inspiration for us all--including us homeowners that still have just a little trepidation about even putting in ...

over 9 years by k2

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newbath tied into old plumbing

I'm not a plumber, but I've done some plumbing work (nothing major like a bathroom addition) and it can be surprisingly labor-intensive and frustra...

over 9 years by k2

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